Motorists in major Indian cities continue to spend long hours stuck in traffic, losing a significant amount of time every year. According to 2025 mobility data, drivers in congested cities lose up to one week annually due to traffic jams and slow-moving roads.
The data shows that Bengaluru was the second most congested city in the world in 2025. The average vehicle speed in the city was just 16.6 km per hour. On average, a motorist in Bengaluru took 15 minutes to travel just 4.2 kilometres, highlighting the severity of traffic congestion in the city.
The congestion report was released by TomTom, a Netherlands-based location technology company that tracks traffic movement across cities worldwide. According to the report, Mexico recorded the highest traffic congestion levels globally, ranking above Bengaluru.
Experts say rising vehicle numbers, road construction, and limited public transport options have contributed to worsening traffic conditions in many Indian cities. The report has once again highlighted the urgent need for better urban planning, improved public transport systems, and traffic management solutions to reduce travel time and ease congestion.